Hamel Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Mall of America
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Mall of America, a popular shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Falcon Heights. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Hamel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Very nice staff checking in. Very clean and quiet room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Minneapolis
No, room wasnt spotless, it was clean but not extreme cleanliness Staff was great, breakfast buffet was awesome.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
The building is georgeus. The room was very good. Huge bathroom. All clean. The view from our window was other office building.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
Staff was fantastic from the he front desk to the breakfast room
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
Overall great!! Hot water in bathroom sink did not work on arrival but was repaired quickly. Window shade when pulled down for night would not go up in morning. Staff fantastic, breakfast outstanding and Happy Hour reception fun. Easy access to Skywalk and nearby parking.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Elevators not the greatest
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hamel
Calhoun Isles
While you're in Calhoun Isles, take in top sights like Bde Maka Ska or Walker Art Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West 21st Street Station or Bryn Mawr Station.
Warehouse District
Travellers choose Warehouse District for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station and check out top sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
Loring Park
If you're spending some time in Loring Park, 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center and Basilica of Saint Mary are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
